Letter: Free holiday concert full of big band music for all

Dear Editor,

The Northport Community Band is thrilled to once again present a LIVE Holiday Concert, this year joining forces with the Northport Community Jazz Orchestra (NCJO) Big Band, on Friday, December 10 at 8pm in the Robert W. Krueger Center for the Performing Arts at Northport High School. The NCJO Big Band will be swinging the sounds of the season starting at 8, featuring guest vocalist Tanya Vassallo, and will then join the Community Band for the remainder of the program. Traditional favorites such as Leroy Anderson's Sleigh Ride and A Christmas Festival will be performed, along with traditional Hanukkah songs and other seasonal surprises.

Admission is free, but as always, "Bring a Can to the Concert" (or other non-perishable food donation) for Long Island Cares. Our loyal audience is requested to wear masks and observe social distancing, and those who prefer to enjoy from home can see the livestream at www.facebook.com/NCB1959.

Wishing a peaceful, joyful holiday season full of music for all.

Don Sherman
Director, Northport Community Band